Food
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Plantains have appeal for weeknight veggie tacosApr 29, 2015 6:01 am - A day in which I learn a new taco-filling idea is a good day. I have my standbys, including lentils and other beans (black, pinto and garbanzo), squash, greens, corn, po...
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Soupalooza: Fennel takes potato soup to delicious new heightsApr 29, 2015 6:00 am - Vichyssoise is one of my all-time favorite soups. There's something so satisfying about the combination of potatoes, leeks and sour cream that there's hardly any need fo...
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Seriously simple: Fresh peas at springtime peak perfect for pastaApr 29, 2015 6:00 am - Springtime signals the peak season for fresh peas. I love to use them in dishes that show off their unique taste. Pasta is a perfect backdrop that allows the delicate, s...
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Consumer Reports: Breaking down the GMO debateApr 29, 2015 6:00 am - It's a growing controversy: Should foods containing genetically modified organisms, which are created in a lab by altering the genetic makeup of a plant or an animal, al...
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Promote herbs to full partner on your plateApr 29, 2015 6:00 am - As a passionate food lover as well as a nutritionist, I'm always searching for that sweet spot where delicious and healthful meet. Herbs hit it perfectly. These luscious...
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Fennel, Garlic and Potato SoupApr 28, 2015 6:01 am - 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ large or 1 medium onion, diced 2 ribs celery, diced 2 pounds bulb fennel, trimmed, washed and diced Salt to taste 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, ...
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Classic Australian PavlovaApr 28, 2015 6:00 am - 3 large egg whites, at room temperature ¾ cup confectioner's sugar 1½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1½ teaspoons sifted cornstarch 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Topping ...
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Coach a natural at cooking for friends, family and student athletesApr 28, 2015 6:00 am - “I have had a few misadventures,” admits John Schauble with a laugh. Like the time when he was a kid and decided to broil hot dogs — then forgot all about them. His moth...
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Chef du Jour: Suburban boys grow into meat experts in the Windy CityApr 28, 2015 6:00 am - Should we really be surprised that two boys from the Northwest suburbs who remember childhood jaunts to Gene's & Jude's for the spot's legendary hot dogs would grow up t...
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Edamame HummusApr 28, 2015 6:00 am - 1 package (12 ounces) frozen shelled edamame 2 cloves garlic, peeled ½ cup tahini ½ cup water ½ cup packed cilantro leaves ½ cup fresh lime juice 3 tablespoons extra-vir...